1959 DKW Munga vs. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Munga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Munga would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 DKW Munga. (43 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Munga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Munga weights approximately 220 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Because 1959 DKW Munga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW Munga will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat Cabriolet (94 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Munga. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Munga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Munga | 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | DKW | Fiat |
| Model | Munga | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
